Our safari packages offer a wide assortment of safari styles to suit your interests and budget. Please see our brochure or the accommodation section of this site for a description of the different types of accommodations we use on our trips.

Anytime is a wonderful time to be on Safari. April tends to be rainy, but for the more adventurous travelers, we can arrange a private trip for you during that time. At Africa Safari Agency we adjust our safari itineraries to take advantage of the best possible game viewing in accordance with seasonal concentrations of wildlife.

Tanzania is home to over 35 species of large mammals and has over 1,000 species of birds. On a typical safari in northern Tanzania you can expect to see elephant, zebra, buffalo, giraffe, hippo, warthog, baboon, monkeys and variety of the grazing mammals such as wildebeest, hartebeest, impala and gazelle, Most people see lion and hyena, and possibly cheetah or leopard.

In Ngorongoro Crater you may see one or more of the few remaining black rhino to be found in Tanzania, in addition to bull elephant, lion, gazelle, hyena, wildebeest, African buffalo and more. You’ll undoubtedly also see several different species of mongoose, ostrich, hyrax and other smaller animals. If you’re lucky you’ll see one or more of the smaller cats, foxes, wild dog or the more reticent antelope like lesser kudu, bushbuck, oryx or eland.

Many have heard of the Great Migration of the Serengeti, where millions of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra traverse the plains is search of food and water. But how many of us know the real story?

At Africa Safari Agency, we believe in setting the right expectations. There’s so much more to safari than the migration! There’s more wildlife, culture and beautiful scenery than you can imagine, and with new animal species still being discovered, who knows what exciting sightings you’ll make.

We think an informed traveler is a happy traveler, so here are some important facts about the Migration that you may want to know.

Safari dress is comfortable and casual – layers are recommended. Keep it simple and bring things you don’t mind getting dusty. After you have booked your safari, we will send you a pre-departure information booklet including a detailed packing list to help you prepare for your safari.

This is simply not true. Mother nature offers no guarantees, to anyone ever. But don’t worry! You will definitely see examples of all the animals that comprise the: great migration” including, wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle, they may not be necessarily be part of the Great Migration of the Serengeti (for example, at Ngorongoro Crater the herds are mostly non-migratory). Both the species and the numbersmay vary widely from one location to another and from one time of year to another.

Still, having said all that, it is true that on one of our safaris you may very likely to see some part of migration. You may not see that dramatic river crossing (few people ever do), but you will likely see varying sized groups of wildebeest, zebra and Thomson’s gazelle as they graze, play and gather on the plains.

While we can do our best to reference historical patterns, study weather trends and stay in touch with a superior team of guides out in the bush, no one can predict with any real certainty where the great herds will be. When was the last time you were able to accurately predict the rainfall totals and regional location of rain within your own country?

Well, yes that does happen, and, yes, it is quite dramatic as what you’ve seen on the television. The reality, however, is as much about luck as it is about patience. In order to get that kind of footage, a film crew positions themselves for weeks or months in one spot, waiting patiently for these bursts of absolutely astounding activity. On safari, it is much more likely that you’ll see varying sizes of herds grazing quietly on the plains.

First of all, it’s important to understand that Serengeti National Park is the size of Connecticut, and the much larger Serengeti eco-system spans far beyond the park’s borders. It includes not only the park itself (6,00 square miles!), but Kenya’s Maasai Mara (600 square miles), parts of the neighboring Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and beyond.

Then you must consider the wildebeest. While they tend to travel in herds, they are not joined at the hip! Groups of wildebeest may range from 10 to 100 or 100,000 individuals, and these can be spread over miles and miles. Sometimes, you may see what appears to be a single-file line of wildebeest that spans the horizon.

Other times you may see clusters of smaller herds here and there. And, yes, sometimes you may even be lucky enough to see the massive herds that turn the gassy plains into a vast tapestry of ungulates.

Finally, understand that the reason the National Park is so rich with wildlife is because the land is so highly protected. Keeping as much of the landscape as possible in pristine condition means limiting the roads within the park. There are vast swaths that are –wonderfully – ONLY accessible to the wildlife.

Taking these facts into consideration, Africa Safari Agency will arrange expert guides with rugged, customized vehicles to take you as close as possible to the wildlife – with the most up to date information from the bush and without any mileage restrictions.

Our scheduled safari varies in size depending on the nature of the safari, family departures being slightly larger to accommodate for kids and grandkids. On typical sold out trip, we may use 3 or 4 customized Land Cruisers, guaranteeing everyone a window seat, and allowing for a more intimate connection with the African bush.

It’s actually a year-around phenomenon. The simple story is that these vast herds are on a continual search for food and water and spend the entire year moving in a more-or-less clockwise direction around the Serengeti eco-system.

Weather, specifically rain, is the driving force of migration, so any change in the seasonal weather patterns (more, less or no rain) has a huge impact on the location of the migration and the size of the herds.

Special dietary requirements such as vegetarian or diabetic meals can easily be arranged with advanced notice. If you are vegetarian or vegan you may wish to bring some alternative protein sources. If you have multiple food allergies, you’ll definitely want to bring along supplemental snacks. It is important we know of any possible dietary restrictions as soon as possible.

ES! Africa Safari Agency has a personal understanding and deep commitment to meeting the special needs of families. We can design a unique family safari programs to allow you and your children to experience the wonder of Africa together. Special features for children ages 7 -16 include:

You’ll have a chance to deepen your understanding of cultural diversity, discover the miracles of nature, and at the same time play, laugh, and enjoy the pleasure of one another’s company. Our trips are well suited for children 7 years and older.